What is the main function of the nucleolus in a plant cell?
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Correct answer: rRNA synthesis and ribosome subunit assembly
The nucleolus is a dense region inside the nucleus where ribosomal RNA is produced. It also helps assemble ribosomal subunits before they move into the cytoplasm.
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